Application of advanced computational building performance analysis tools in the architectural design of net-zero energy buildings - case study

• Autorzy: Masły Dariusz , Technology Faculty of Architecture Akademicka 44-100 Gliwice Poland

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DOI

10.2478/acee-2025-0004

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Architects worldwide have been tasked with the ambitious goal of designing net-zero energy buildings. This endeavour represents one of the most significant actions in the fight against climate change. Computer-based building performance analysis tools are poised to play a pivotal role in this new approach to architectural design. This article aims to explore the process of architectural design for net-zero energy buildings (NZEBs) through the application of the latest computer-based building performance analysis tools. The research seeks to demonstrate how and at which stages of architectural design these advanced simulation programs and databases on the energy efficiency of completed buildings are employed. The foundation of this research lies in the integration of cutting-edge science, technology, and analytical methods to design buildings with minimal energy consumption and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. A case study methodology was employed to investigate these issues. The findings of the research indicate that these tools empower architects to perform crucial analyses throughout the design process, facilitating the creation of net-zero energy buildings.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

computer simulation-based building performance analysis; BPA; computer simulation tools in architectural design; designing net zero energy buildings; daylighting strategies; visual comfort; high-performance office buildings

PL

analiza wydajności budynków oparte na symulacji komputerowej; BPA; narzędzia symulacji komputerowej w projektowaniu architektonicznym; projektowanie budynków o zerowym zużyciu energii netto; strategie oświetlenia dziennego; komfort wizualny; budynki biurowe o wysokiej wydajności

• Wydawca: Silesian University of Technology
• Czasopismo: Architecture Civil Engineering Environment
• Rocznik: 2025
• Tom: Vol. 18, no. 1
• Strony: 49--62
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 53 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Masły Dariusz

• PhD; The Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Architecture, Akademicka, 44-100 Gliwice, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6961-7725

autor

Technology Faculty of Architecture Akademicka 44-100 Gliwice Poland

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Uwagi

Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa nr POPUL/SP/0154/2024/02 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki II" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki (2025).